Job Description

Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are raised for food. **Summary** The Hatchery Worker is responsible for working in all areas of the hatchery, with the primary responsibilities being to work on the transfer crew and processing crew as needed. **Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities** Performs duties in all areas of the hatchery as assigned: Trays eggs from farm racks or cases into incubator racks. Loads incubators according to schedule Cleans and disinfects incubators, hatchers, egg room, processing room and hatchery equipment Transfers eggs from incubators to Hatcher trays as part of the Transfer Team and subject to those SOPs. Assists in all chick processing functions Monitors machines and equipment for proper operation and documents findings. Makes adjustments as necessary or informs supervisor when machine or equipment performance is deficient. Performs minor maintenance duties as required to cover for vacations or absence. Observes all company personnel, safety, quality and food safety and food safety policies. All other duties as assigned. Must not raise any poultry or birds. **Minimum Education** **Experience Requirements** Ability to lift egg cases weighing up to 50 pounds Ability to work independently Ability to input data into tablet Ability to adapt and learn various positions and procedures **Experience Preferred** **Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements** **Compensation** This position has a base rate of $19.50 per hour, with opportunities for pay premiums, shift differentials and overtime where applicable. In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vison, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off. _Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status._

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Hourly pay, Temporary work, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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